The Money Stop

Consumers are increasingly feeling that they are unable to save as much as they might like to due to the current economic downturn, according to Nationwide Building Society.

Matthew Carter, Nationwide director for savings, said that although three in four people believe it is important to put money away in a savings account, some do not feel “they can afford to save as much as they need to” because their finances are being squeezed by the credit crunch.

New research from the building society has revealed that 57 per cent of people would like to be able to save more than they are currently doing.

Mr Carter pointed out that it is a good time to save at the moment because there are a number of accounts with attractive rates.

“The products available mean it’s a good time for savers so it’s incredibly unfortunate that would-be savers haven’t the spare money to put aside.”

Meanwhile uSwitch.com has said that the credit crunch and rising inflation are making life “tougher” for many people.

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